2026 Ho Chi Minh City Pig Feed Bag Recommendations | Ngọc Huyền Shop Recycled Feed Sack Handmade Bag Guide

One of Ho Chi Minh City's most unique souvenirs

When buying souvenirs in Ho Chi Minh City, you don't have to look only at coffee, snacks, or traditional rattan goods. If you want a Vietnamese souvenir that's special enough, affordable, and where no two pieces are exactly the same, keep an eye out for the "pig feed bag" that travelers have been talking about a lot in recent years.

The most common Chinese search term for this kind of bag is 越南豬飼料包; some also call them recycled feed-sack bags, feed-sack handmade bags, or woven feed-sack bags. In Vietnamese the common term is túi bao cám, which means bags made from feed sacks. They don't weave actual feed into bags; instead, they clean and cut plastic woven sacks printed with images of pigs, chickens, fish, or other animals, then resew them into small pouches, coin purses, makeup bags, and tote bags.

Why did they become a popular souvenir in Ho Chi Minh City?

What makes these bags most appealing is that they retain the feed sack's original vivid graphics, Vietnamese text, and plastic-woven texture. Some sacks feature cute pink pigs; others print fish, ducks, cows, or farm scenes, and some show Vietnamese feed brand logos. Even within the same shop, styles and patterns change with materials, so it's hard to find two that are exactly identical.

The material itself is lightweight, splash-resistant, and easier to clean than regular fabric bags. Small styles can be used as coin purses, earphone pouches, makeup bags, or travel organizers; larger ones can hold passports, charging cables, tissues, and everyday items. They may not be upscale bags for formal occasions, but they're well suited as practical souvenirs with Vietnamese street character.

Visit two shops first, then go treasure-hunting at Ngọc Huyền Shop

If you want to compare recycled feed-sack bags and handmade bags in Ho Chi Minh City, start with the two shops below and finish at Ngọc Huyền Shop. That way it's easier to get a sense of different shops' designs, workmanship, and prices before deciding which type you prefer.

Besides pig feed bags, the shop also has a large selection of hand-embroidered storage pouches, woven bags, fabric bags, and other Vietnamese handicrafts. If your companion isn't very interested in feed-sack bags, you can still find more traditional or easier-to-use styles in the same shop. There are many items, so allow some time to browse and don't just look at the first basket near the entrance.

First: Saigon Eco Craft address is 36 Lê Lợi, Sài Gòn, Hồ Chí Minh City. This shop's interior display is tidier; besides recycled feed-sack bags, it also has many handicrafts and bags with various patterns. Notes describe it as having a wider selection of styles and patterns, complete bag shapes, suitable for travelers looking for more design-forward, finely crafted pieces.

Second: Cửa Hàng Hòa Hoa – Saigon Kitsch address is 43 Đ. Tôn Thất Thiệp, Sài Gòn, Hồ Chí Minh City. This shop also offers bags made from recycled materials; the linings and stitching are relatively neat, and it has some patterns that other shops might not carry. Prices are fairly accessible, making it suitable for comparing different bag types and workmanship.

Third: Ngọc Huyền Shop is located in the Nguyễn Thiệp area of District 1. Public information has listed the shop under different Nguyễn Thiệp house numbers; common traveler locations include 14 Nguyễn Thiệp, Sài Gòn, Hồ Chí Minh City and 1 Nguyễn Thiệp, Sài Gòn, Hồ Chí Minh City. The shop isn't like a formal mall counter—some locations are upstairs in residential buildings, so first-time visitors may find the entrance understated; after following the map you usually need to go upstairs and then walk to the back of the shop.

Aside from pig feed bags, the shop also has many hand-embroidered storage pouches, woven bags, fabric bags, and other Vietnamese handicrafts. Its advantage is a wide selection and broader price range, making it ideal to save for last on your itinerary for slow treasure-hunting. The shop addresses and branch information for the three stores may be updated on different platforms—it's recommended to follow the location shown on Google Maps on the day.

How much do they cost roughly?

Prices mainly depend on size, zipper, lining, straps, embroidery, and complexity of construction. Small coin purses or small pouches cost about 25,000–70,000 VND (about HK$8–22 / NT$100–290 / RMB 23–65); regular small handbags are about 200,000–350,000 VND (about HK$62–108 / NT$800–1,400 / RMB 180–320). Larger styles, those with full linings, or more detailed handiwork can cost more.

When choosing, compare zippers, stitching, and linings among a few options. Some bags look attractive externally but only have simple edge bindings inside; others have soft fabric linings, compartments, or longer shoulder straps, making them more practical. Shops usually allow you to browse slowly, so decide based on your intended use and budget.

What should you pay attention to when buying?

First, the feed-sack patterns are random, so you may not always find the pink pig design shown in photos. If you especially like pigs, fish, or a certain color, ask the staff and check several baskets. Second, before buying, check whether the zipper runs smoothly, whether corners have loose threads, and whether the interior is clean. Third, although these bags are splash-resistant, they're not fully waterproof—avoid prolonged immersion or putting very heavy items inside.

Their value doesn't lie in expensive brands but in turning feed sacks that would otherwise be discarded into everyday items. Each pattern carries traces of Vietnamese agriculture and street life, giving them more of a story compared to mass-produced souvenirs.

After shopping Nguyễn Thiệp, return to District 1 to relax a bit

Nguyễn Thiệp is in the core area of District 1; after buying handmade bags you can continue to stroll along Nguyễn Huệ walking street, visit cafés, and nearby souvenir shops. If you've walked a while with your loot, you can also relax at Win Royal Spa. The shop address is 48 Lê Thị Hồng Gấm, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, open daily 09:00–22:00, offering Vietnamese-style head-washing massages and other relaxation services.

In summary, Ho Chi Minh City's 越南豬飼料包 are not ordinary plastic bags but small souvenirs that combine recycled materials, Vietnamese patterns, and practical design. When you visit Ngọc Huyền Shop, take your time to choose a pattern you truly like; after returning home you can use it to store travel items and each time you use it you'll remember treasure-hunting on Saigon's streets.